It was a frightening scene at Ford Field on Sunday afternoon when Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell lay motionless on the field for several minutes after taking a hard hit.
He was strapped to a backboard and carted off the field to a waiting ambulance and transported to a local hospital for further care. While details were minimal, initial reports indicated that preliminary findings were “positive”.
And now, Campbell himself has broken his silence for the first time with an emotional message thanking the fans and club for their support and prayers while also providing an update on his physical condition.
Detroit Lions Linebacker Jack Campbell Releases Emotional Statement
On Wednesday afternoon, Lions linebacker Jack Campbell released an emotional statement on social media thanking the organization and the fans for their thoughts and prayers.
He also disclosed that he has “full movement” in his lower body, and that he’s making progress with full movement in his upper body and is optimistic.
“My family and I want to sincerely thank everyone for the overwhelming amount of love, prayers, and support we’ve received over the past few days. It means more to us than words can express.
I’m incredibly encouraged by the progress I’ve made in such a short period of time. I have full movement in my lower body, and I’m continuing to make progress with movement in my upper body. I know there’s still work ahead, but I remain very optimistic.
I’m taking things one day at a time, staying positive, and focusing on getting better. My faith in God has never been stronger. I know He has a plan for me, and I trust in that plan. I know there may be challenges ahead, but with my faith, my family, and so many people in my corner, I know we’ll get through this. I especially want to thank the athletic trainers and medical personnel who responded and cared for me on the field. I know those were difficult moments, and I’m incredibly grateful for the professionalism, compassion, and care you showed me.
The way you handled everything and looked after me when I needed it most is something I’ll never forget. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I also can’t say enough about the incredible care I’ve received from the medical team at Henry Ford Hospital and the Detroit Lions medical staff. They’ve been amazing to me and my family throughout this process, and I’m truly grateful for everything they’ve done. To my teammates, coaches, and everyone in the Lions organization, I want you to know how much I love and appreciate you.
This team is a family to me, and the way everyone has been there for me means everything. I’m proud to be a Detroit Lion and couldn’t ask to be surrounded by a better group of people.
One thing I’ve learned about Detroit is that this city is built on toughness, resilience, and grit. That’s exactly how I’m going to approach this challenge. Please continue to keep me and my family in your prayers. We feel the love, and I can’t thank everyone enough.
God is good. My faith is strong.
Jack Campbell”
The Lions Released A Statement On Campbell’s Condition On Tuesday
On Tuesday afternoon, the Lions released an official statement on Campbell’s condition indicating that preliminary observations were “positive” but that they wouldn’t comment further out of respect to him and his family.
“Jack Campbell continues to rest and recover at a local hospital. Preliminary indications are positive and out of respect for Jack and his family we will not share further information at this time,” the Lions wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Lions’ Jack Campbell Breaks Silence With Emotional Statement After Scary Injury